Lancaster, California: The Musical Road

As a TV ad stunt for Honda, a road was grooved to play the William Tell Overture when driven on at 50 mph. The "musical road" is now preserved as an attraction by the city of Lancaster.

Address:: Avenue G, Lancaster, CA
Directions:: Take Highway 14 north from Lancaster and exit at Avenue G. The Musical Road is located on Avenue G between 30th and 40th Streets West in the left lane.
Hours:: Always audible. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Admission:: Free.
RA Rates:: Worth a Detour

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Lancaster, California - Musical Road - Oddity Odysseys

Musical Road:

Southern California explorers Bethany and Drew play the Musical Road in Lancaster.

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The Musical Road

It was amusing, but it is off-key and sounds nothing like the intended music. We drove it twice because it was trippy to listen to. Google it for info about why the sound is messed up.

[Pjamz5, 12/24/2018]

Musical Road - Singing Road

Stay in the left lane and near the speed limit for the intended tune.

[Kirk Harwood, 02/24/2013]

Musical Road - Singing Road

We just drove over the road -- a sign alerts you to it one mile before, and another tells you what lane to drive in. My grouchy kids, tired of being in a car, thought it was fun.

[Hmr, 08/20/2012]

Musical Road - Singing Road

Following your trip on the musical highway with a lunch at Foxy's Landing, you gotta have the peanut butter hamburger. Sounds weird, but once you try it you'll crave another one forever.

[Annette Carter, 04/09/2010]

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